When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; 14 but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. 15 Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.16 Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters.“ James 1:13-16
We Are Not Helpless
4 for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. 5 Who is it that overcomes the world?
Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God. 1 John 5:4-5
Path To Being An Overcomer
In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us Romans 8:37
1. Recognize your coping strategy
“We should remove from our lives anything that gets in the way (of our spiritual growth) especially those persistent sins that so easily distract us…” Hebrews 12:1
2. Realize Your Emotional Triggers (What Makes Me Vulnerable)
“Above all else, guard your heart, for it affects everything you do.” Proverbs 4:23
Physically Exhausted. . . Discouraged & Pessimistic. . . Bored or Discontented Sad or grieving
Release your control and ask God for help
“Call to me when trouble comes and I will save you…” Psalm 50:15
15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we
are—yet he did not sin. 16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of
need. Hebrews 4:15-16
4. Refocus Your Attention On Something Else
“Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil with good.” Romans 12:21
“We capture every thought…and we make it obey Christ!” 2 Corinthians 10:5
5. Remember God Is On My Side
“When temptations come into your life remember that they’re no different from what others commonly experience. And God is faithful. He will never let you
be tempted beyond what you can bear. Also when you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you will be able to withstand it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13
“God blesses people who continue strong when they are tempted. They will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.” James
1:12